Short Cocktail Dresses
The invite says cocktail, but your dress can still have a little fun with it. This short cocktail dress edit is full of strapless, cowl neckline, corset bodice, off-the-shoulder, and long sleeve silhouettes that go from sleek to statement. Choose mesh, slinky jersey, silky satin, velvet, or lace, then add your kind of drama with floral print, rhinestones, sequins, beading, or a side sash. Black, red, burgundy, navy, and emerald green keep the mood polished for birthday soirees, sorority formals, and guest of wedding plans—aka every excuse to dress up and take too many photos. Finish with heels and a mini bag, then let the dress handle the rest.
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Short Cocktail Dresses for Parties & Special Events
Short Cocktail Dresses bring a playful edge to dressed-up occasions, with mini and shorter silhouettes made for cocktail parties, celebrations, and nights out. Go sleek in a fitted bodycon, add movement with an A-line or skater shape, or make more of a statement with corset details, open backs, ruffles, and lace-up designs. From satin and velvet to sequins and dark florals, these shorter styles can shift from polished to party-ready.
Mini Cocktail Dresses for Fall & Winter Plans
For Friendsgiving dinners and fall celebrations, knit, satin, mesh, and dark floral styles bring seasonal texture to the shorter hem. Cowl, halter, square, and sweetheart necklines offer different ways to frame the look, while off-shoulder, one-shoulder, and strapless designs dial up the drama for evening plans.
Holiday parties and New Year’s Eve call for extra shine. Mini cocktail dresses with beading, rhinestones, mesh, or unique sequin patterns catch the light, while velvet adds a richer finish for winter events. When you want more coverage without giving up cocktail style, explore Long Sleeve Cocktail Dresses.
Dress Up a Short Cocktail Look for Cooler Nights
A few layers and accessories can take a shorter dress further through the season. Pair satin, velvet, or embellished styles with heels and sparkling jewelry for a polished party look, then add boleros for extra coverage on cooler nights.
For a broader range of lengths and silhouettes, explore Windsor’s cocktail dresses, from short party styles to more elevated options for dressier events.
Is a Short Dress Appropriate for a Cocktail Party?
Yes. Short cocktail dresses are appropriate for many cocktail parties, but consider the event’s dress code and formality along with the hemline. A mini can feel cocktail-ready when elevated through a structured silhouette, luxe fabric, sophisticated neckline, or details like beading and rhinestones. For more conservative or formal events, a slightly longer hem or more refined styling may better fit the setting.
If you’re deciding between cocktail and formal attire, the distinction goes beyond dress length. The venue, time of day, invitation, fabrication, and overall finish can all help determine how dressed-up your look should be. Explore the cocktail dress vs. formal dress guide for more guidance.
Find Windsor’s Short Cocktail Dresses for fall celebrations, holiday parties, New Year’s Eve, and nights out, with mini and shorter styles designed to make dressing up feel fun.
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Lace Appeal Layered Skater Dress
Create double the appeal in this lace beauty! It features a burgundy hue, a plunging V neckline, padded cups and narrow straps that lead to an unlined floral lace panel. The slim fit bodice features a narrow waist band accent and leads to a double layered skater skirt. Dress is composed of a lined floral lace fabric that offer a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8630
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $49.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Square Neck Faux Leather Mini Dress
Add some edge to your wardrobe with this faux leather mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, square neckline with interior no-slip strip, cord spaghetti straps, princess seaming detail, and a mini length silhouette. Composed of sleek faux leather, it offers a curve-hugging fit with a moderate amount of stretch.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0545
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.97 $26.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Lace Vibes Mini Dress
Get those pretty lace vibes with this gorgeous ivory mini dress! It features an off the shoulder neckline with short sleeves, a wired V neckline with padded cups, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a short, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a sheer lace fabric with a nude knit lining and offers moderate stretch.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8744
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $36.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Crochet Beauty Skater Dress
Showcase your stunning beauty in this crochet lace skater dress! It features a fresh ivory hue, a sleeveless bodice, tank-like shoulder straps, a flattering top cut out followed by a lined bust and a mesh inset at the waist, a back zipper closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. Dress is composed of a combination crochet and unlined mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with minimal stretch.Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-8740
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Miss Me Mesh Mini Dress
Leave them missing you in this memorable black mini dress! It features a square neckline, fitted unlined long sleeves, unlined mesh panels at waist and hem to create an illusion effect. Dress is composed of a combination crepe and mesh fabric that offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Includes a back zipper closure.Model is 5'6" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 37" hips. She is wearing a size small.
*Also available in PlusStyle Number/Barcode: 05101-8650
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $15.44 $37.90
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Maeva Satin Mini Dress With Sash
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Made for the nights when your entrance deserves its own spotlight, the Maeva slinky satin stretch knit dress sculpts and shines with effortless allure. The asymmetrical neckline, ruched bodycon mini silhouette, and floor-length sash create a striking play of shape and movement that feels instantly unforgettable.
Fit & Features
- Satin-lined knit fabric with subtle sheen
- Asymmetrical neckline with adjustable spaghetti straps
- Ruched bodice detailing for contour
- Bodycon mini-length base with attached cascading side sash
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
Wedding receptions, formal galas, cocktail soirees, holiday parties, birthday dinners, date nights, red-carpet occasions, bachelorettes, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, winter formals
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-000709
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $39.97 $74.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Florals And Lace Skater Dress
Make it a lacy affair in this must have floral mini dress! It features a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, princess seams and spaghetti straps. The back features an unlined floral lace back that leads to a lower back keyhole. The slim fit bodice leads to a curve hugging mini length silhouette. Dress is composed of a lined crepe fabric that offers a moderate stretch.Style Number/Barcode: 05101-0079
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $36.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Glam Heat Stone Glitter Dress
Bring the glam with dazzling heat stones! This mini dress features a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired sweetheart neckline, padded cups and narrow shoulder straps. Dress is composed of a lined glitter mesh knit fabric adorned with heat stones throughout. Garment offers a form hugging fit with a moderate stretch. Zipper not included. Glitter may transfer.
Model is 5'7" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0231
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $54.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Slay In Lattice Mini Dress
Let your curves slay in this plunging mini dress! The dress features a navy blue hue, a sleeveless bodice, a plunging wired V neckline, padded cups, narrow shoulder straps and an open back with lattice design. Dress is composed of a stretchy ponte fabric that offers a moderate stretch.Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-3516
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $36.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Stunning Factor Satin Tie-Waist Mini Dress
Looking stunning in this satin mini dress is always a factor! The dress features a sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps, a tie-waist belt with belt loop accents, and a sassy bodycon silhouette with a wrap-style hem. The sleek satin-knit fabric offers plenty of stretch. Complete the look in bold earrings for a cocktail party.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless cowl neckline, spaghetti straps
- Tie-waist belt, belt loop accents
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap-style mini-length hem
- Sleek satin-knit fabric, lined bust, plenty of stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2452
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $19.97 $36.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Priah Sequin Tiered Ruffle Party Dress
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A tiered ruffle design brings voluminous fun to the Priah party dress perfect for holiday parties and celebrations! She stuns in a sleeveless, cinch elasticized square neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customizable fit, and a flowy short-length hem. The formal dress is composed of a sequin-patterned fabric with a satin woven lining that glistens under the light. Style with earrings and sparkly shoes to complete the look!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless, cinch elasticized square neckline
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Tiered, ruffle silhouette
- Short-length hem
- Sequin patterned fabric, satin woven lining, no stretch
- Strapless or sticky bra recommended
- Fits true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-1550
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $14.97 $89.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Brynne Lace Up A-Line Mini Dress
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The front is sweet, but the lace-up back gets the final word. This A-line mini dress combines a pleated sweetheart bodice with a fitted waist and flared skirt for a clean, feminine shape. It’s polished with just enough charm to keep things interesting.
Fit & Features
- Scuba smooth fabric, knit lining and sewn-in tulle lining for structure
- Strapless sweetheart neckline, padded bra cups
- Pleated bodice with fitted waist
- Lace-up back detail, zipper and hook-eye closure
- Flared A-line mini silhouette
- Structured fitted bodice
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
HOCO, birthdays, date nights, semi-formal events, dressy celebrations
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-001119
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $69.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: RED
Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
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Shine Check Rhinestone A-Line Mini Dress
A little sparkle never hurt the group chat. This rhinestone mesh A-line mini dress brings the drama with a sweetheart neckline, ruched bust, and asymmetric hem made for your next glam plans.
Fit & Features
- Mesh fabric with knit lining, high stretch
- All-over rhinestone embellishments
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, padded bust, ruched detailing
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- Asymmetric mini-length hem
- A-line silhouette
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-001136
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $49.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: PINK
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Cat Get Enough Velvet Leopard Mini Dress
Okay, we're pretty obsessed too...sport the spots and flaunt that bod in this killer mini!
Fits & Features
- Adjustable Spaghetti Straps
- V Neckline I Back Zip With Hook & Eye
- Ruched Drawstring At The Side
- Mini Length Silhouette
- Lined, Velvet Fabric With Leopard Print Throughout
- Curve Hugging Fit I Moderate Stretch
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0475
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $17.97 $44.90
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Mikaela Sequin Lace Up Bodycon Dress
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Pretty from every angle, and not by accident. Sequin embellishment gives this bodycon mini dress its shine, while sheer paneling and a lace-up back add a softer, more playful finish. The result feels charming without losing its edge.
Fit & Features
- Sequin and bead embellishments
- Lined mesh fabric
- Scoop neckline, padded bra cups, spaghetti straps
- Sheer bodice paneling with flexible boning
- Lace-up back, zipper and hook-and-eye closure
- Bodycon mini silhouette
- Runs true to size
Where to Wear:
HOCO, birthday parties, date nights, Vegas, bachelorettes
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-001064
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $79.90
Availability: In Stock
Available Color: ROYAL
Available Size: XS, S, M, L
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Luxe Energy Rhinestone Velvet Mini Dress
Bring that luxe energy to your next night out in this glam rhinestone velvet mini dress! It features a sleeveless sweetheart neckline with a structured and padded bust that eliminates the need for a bra, an asymmetric sheer mesh insert at the waist for a sultry vibe that continues to the back, a front asymmetric rhinestone trim for added sparkle, adjustable spaghetti straps, a mini-length hem with a high-cut front slit, and a bodycon silhouette. The velvet fabric has a moderate stretch. Style with rhinestone platform heels!
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless sweetheart neckline, structured and padded bust
- Asymmetric sheer mesh insert at the waist, continues to the back
- Front asymmetric rhinestone-embellished trim
- Adjustable spaghetti straps, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, front slit, bodycon silhouette
- Velvet fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-5072
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $24.97 $54.90
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Flawless Beauty Mesh Mini Dress
You've got that flawless beauty babe! Showcase that in this gorg mesh LBD! Pair with some rhinestone earrings and strappy mules.
Fit & Features
- High rounded neckline
- Short sheer sleeves
- Short, curve hugging fit | Sheer mesh panel at hem
- Sheer mesh fabric | Lining
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-1058
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $34.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Metallic Babe Midi Dress
Be a total babe in this metallic midi stunner! The snake print dress features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline, a square back, side cut outs with bar strap detailing, and a mid-length, curve hugging fit. The dress is composed of a metallic knit fabric that offers plenty of stretch and includes a short knit lining.
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 34.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0513
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $38.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Cami Formal Heat Stone Mini Dress
Special Occasion
Create a magical evening in our shimmering Cami dress! Her heat stones twinkle from all your best angles!
Fits & Features
- Round Neckline
- Fitted Unlined Long Sleeves
- Heat Stones | Diamond Pattern
- Mesh
- Fully Lining
- Back Zipper | Hook and Eye Closure
- Form Fit | Moderate Stretch
Model is 5'9" with a 32" bust, 24" waist and 34" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-0207
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $27.97 $74.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Exude Elegance Satin Long Sleeve Mini Dress
Exude elegance in this satin mini dress! Crafted from a subtle satin fabric, this mini-length dress features sheer mesh peasant long sleeves, a V-neckline, and a bodycon silhouette. With a wrap mini-length hem and pleating detail, it's the perfect pick for events and special occasions. Complete the look with earrings.
Fit & Features
- Sheer mesh peasant long sleeves
- V-neckline
- Bodycon silhouette
- Wrap mini-length hem
- Satin fabric, minimal stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-2641
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $44.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Ruched And Ready Neon Mini Dress
Take on the night in this sexy mini dress! It features a neon green hue, a sleeveless bodice, a V neckline, narrow shoulder straps and a partially open back with ruched detailing. Dress is composed of a curve hugging mesh fabric with plenty of stretch.Model is 5'8" with a 32" bust, 23" waist and 36" hips. She is wearing a size small
Style Number/Barcode: 05103-0080
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $10.00 $32.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Fresh And Flirty Skater Dress
Create a fresh and flirty look with this adorable skater dress perf for the season! It features a sleeveless bodice, adjustable spaghetti straps, a V neckline with a faux button down front, a back zipper and hook and eye closure, a high waist seam, and a flowy skater skirt. The dress is composed of a lined ivory crepe fabric with a fitted and flowy style.Model is 5'8" with a 33" bust, 24" waist and 33.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.
Style Number/Barcode: 05102-3604
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $13.97 $35.90
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Availability: Out of Stock
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Beaded Beauty Satin Mini Dress
You'll be at the center of the dance floor all night long in this stunning satin dress! It features a sleeveless V-neckline with a wrap-front design, adjustable spaghetti straps for a customized fit, a high waist seam, and a short, curve-hugging silhouette with a side slit with gorgeous fringe beading. Style with clear heels.
Fit & Features
- Sleeveless V-neckline, wrap-front design
- Adjustable spaghetti straps
- High waist seam, back zipper, hook and eye closure
- Mini-length hem, bodycon silhouette
- Side slit, fringe beading
- Smooth satin fabric, moderate stretch
- Runs true to size
Style Number/Barcode: 05101-1765
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $9.97 $49.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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Shayleigh Sequin Wrap Dress
Special OccasionDazzle and dance around in the Shayleigh! She features a deep v-neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps lead back to a square back,and a self tie wrap around skirt that meets high waist with a skater dress hem that hits mid thigh. Her bodice is fitted and lined with a nude colored smooth material. She is composed of knit material that is covered with stitched silver sequins, material offers no stretch but design of the dress offers a flow that allows you to move around comfortably. Pair with your favorite heels and statement earrings!
Model is 5'9" with a 34" bust, 24" waist and 35.5" hips. She is wearing a size small.Special Occasion products cannot be returned to any retail locations.
Style Number/Barcode: 05001-4067
Category Name: Short Cocktail Dresses
Price: $29.97 $56.90
On Sale: Yes
Availability: Out of Stock
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